...ppear most commonly on sun-exposed areas like the face, hands, back, shoulders and lower lip. SCC tumors are irregular and fleshy growths that can enlarge and break down into ulcers.

BCC tumors are often shiny and pigmented, with raised borders. The Skin Cancer Foundation (SCF) in New York, USA, estimates that some 800,000 and 200,000 Americans suffer from BCC and SCC annually respectively.

Malignant melanoma is cancer of the skin's pigment cells. It may form in pre-existing moles, where pigmentation is heavily concentrated. The tumors are presented as large, thick and colored (red, blue or black) patches that grow rapidly, with irregular outlines. The SCF estimates that about 51,000 new cases of malignant melanoma are reported annually in the USA.

On a less fatal note, exposure to bright light can also trigger migraines and headaches, for up to 24 hours. Melasma is another UV-related skin disorder characterized by symmetrical brown pigmentation patches in UV-exposed areas and affects women 90% of the time.

Block Out the sun

Much as knowledge of sun exposure dangers is important, knowing how to minimize risks is even more essential. Techniques to minimize damage from sun rays can be divided into those to do with behavior and those to do with fabrics.

Behavior wise, sun-lovers can refrain from carrying out high-risk activities between 10am and 4pm, when the sun's rays are the strongest. On a general note, try to keep in the shade while going about normal activities.

Fabrics that are sun-protective have tight weaves and are dark-colored. To test for a tight weave, hold the garment about 7 inches from your eyes towards a light source. If visible light can penetrat...more

When is it Time to Change Tanning Bulbs?

...te tanning bulbs and you're set. Not everyone has the lamp described above. Some have an F72 lamp instead, which has a regular connector at the end rather than two pins. The difference is easy to see.

Even if your lamp isn't broken, it's a good idea to change your starters once every two years. You'll know that it's time when your bulb begins to be sluggish while starting up. It might be an added cost, but keeping your starters working properly means you will pay much less for repair when they break and disrupt something else with them.

Bulb replacem...more

Are Tanning beds worth The Risk - The Benefits And Risks You Face With Bronzing In A Tanning Bed

...ot of people that only go once in awhile and believe they are fine. But researchers have proven that even short-term uses of tanning beds can molecular and genetic damage, skin cancer and premature aging.

Some of the other dangers you risk include changes in the thickness and texture of the cutis, wrinkles, dry skin, age spots and many more. These are certainly not as much of a concern as skin cancer is, but they can be equally prevented by not exposing yourself to high levels of ultraviolet rays.

A major concern of going to the tanning beds that you should be aware of is your eyes. It has been found that y...more

Safe Tanning Tips For Rich And Glowing Tan

...in.

Keep considerable gap of at least two days between the two tanning sessions. The time gap lets the melanin to produce in considerable amount.

Keep the exposure time not more than 25-30 minutes under the sun and tan before 10 am since the intensity of the sun remains moderate at this hour.

Tanning tips for indoor tanning inside a tanner:

The lamps of tanning booths are important equipments. Prefer the lamps with low UVB rays for better tan. The UVB bulbs with low intensity provide a darker long lasting tan.

Don't remain inside the bed more than...more

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